1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1133 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | V6 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3050 mm |
